WO2024071645A1

WO2024071645A1 - Electronic device comprising resonance space of speaker

Info

Publication number: WO2024071645A1
Application number: PCT/KR2023/011537
Authority: WO
Inventors: 윤청노; 김남기; 박용석; 오슬기
Original assignee: 삼성전자주식회사
Priority date: 2022-09-27
Filing date: 2023-08-04
Publication date: 2024-04-04
Also published as: EP4372524A1; EP4372524A4

Abstract

According to one embodiment, an electronic device may comprise: a housing including a front plate, a rear plate, and a frame structure arranged between the front plate and the rear plate; a speaker arranged on a portion of the frame structure, connected to an acoustic duct, and configured to provide an audio signal from a diaphragm to the outside of the electronic device through the acoustic duct; and a spacer which is arranged between one surface of the speaker and the rear plate, and which includes a flat part in contact with the one surface of the speaker and stepped parts extending from the flat part. The internal space of the spacer can be used as a resonance space.

Description

Electronic device containing the resonant space of the speaker

Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to an electronic device including a resonant space of a speaker.

The electronic device may include a speaker to provide an auditory signal (eg, an audio signal) to the user. Audio signals may be transmitted to the outside of the housing through speakers placed inside the electronic device.

An electronic device including a speaker may include a resonance space for a low-pitched audio signal with a relatively low frequency. To ensure the audio performance of a speaker, a relatively large resonance space may be required for the electronic device.

According to one embodiment, the electronic device includes a front plate, a rear plate, and a frame structure disposed between the front plate and the rear plate, wherein the frame structure includes a housing including an acoustic duct, and a diamond facing the acoustic duct. It includes a diaphragm and a side facing the rear plate, is disposed on a portion of the frame structure and is connected to the acoustic duct, and transmits an acoustic signal from the diaphragm to the outside of the electronic device through the acoustic duct. a speaker configured to provide an audio signal), and a spacer disposed between the one surface of the speaker and the rear plate and including a flat part in contact with the one surface of the speaker and stepped parts extending from the flat part. Includes. Each of the stepped portions includes horizontal portions and connecting portions supported by the rear plate. Each of the connecting portions extends from the flat portion to each of the horizontal portions, and the connecting portions are separated from each other so that the inner space of the space is used as a resonance space.

According to one embodiment, the electronic device includes a first plate forming a first side, a second plate forming a second side opposite to the first side, and disposed between the first side and the second side. A speaker comprising a housing including a frame structure forming a side surface, one side (a) partially in contact with a portion of the frame structure, and another side opposite to the one side, the other side and a spacer disposed between the second surface and a metal plate disposed on the spacer and in contact with the second plate. According to one embodiment, the spacer includes a flat portion in contact with the other side of the speaker and spaced apart from the metal plate, a horizontal portion in contact with the metal plate and spaced apart from the other side of the speaker, and and a step between the flat portion and the horizontal portion. According to one embodiment, when the second surface is viewed from above, the flat portion may face the horizontal portion based on the step portion. According to one embodiment, the first space between the second side and the flat portion is formed from the one side of the speaker through a through hole of the frame structure arranged with respect to the one side of the speaker. It is connected to a second space between the other side and the horizontal portion for a resonant space for the audio signal transmitted toward the speaker hole.

1 is a block diagram of an electronic device in a network environment according to various embodiments.

FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating an electronic device according to an embodiment.

Figure 3 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to an embodiment.

FIG. 4A is an exploded perspective view of a region of an electronic device including a speaker, according to one embodiment.

Figure 4B is an exploded perspective view of an example speaker.

Figure 5 is a schematic cross-sectional view of a region including a speaker, according to one embodiment.

Figure 6 is a perspective view of a spacer, according to one embodiment.

FIG. 7A is a cross-sectional view of a region including spacers of an exemplary speaker, according to one embodiment.

FIG. 7B is a cross-sectional view of a region including an exemplary extended spacer, according to an embodiment.

8 is a cross-sectional view of an area including an exemplary bracket disposed between a spacer and a back plate, according to one embodiment.

Figure 9 is a perspective view showing an exemplary coupling structure of a bracket and a spacer according to an embodiment.

Figure 10 is a graph showing the sound pressure level according to the volume of the resonance space of the speaker, according to one embodiment.

1 is a block diagram of an electronic device in a network environment, according to various embodiments.

Referring to FIG. 1, in the network environment 100, the electronic device 101 communicates with the electronic device 102 through a first network 198 (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network) or a second network 199. It is possible to communicate with the electronic device 104 or the server 108 through (e.g., a long-distance wireless communication network). According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may communicate with the electronic device 104 through the server 108. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 includes a processor 120, a memory 130, an input module 150, an audio output module 155, a display module 160, an audio module 170, and a sensor module ( 176), interface 177, connection terminal 178, haptic module 179, camera module 180, power management module 188, battery 189, communication module 190, subscriber identification module 196 , or may include an antenna module 197. In some embodiments, at least one of these components (eg, the connection terminal 178) may be omitted or one or more other components may be added to the electronic device 101. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., sensor module 176, camera module 180, or antenna module 197) are integrated into one component (e.g., display module 160). It can be.

The processor 120, for example, executes software (e.g., program 140) to operate at least one other component (e.g., hardware or software component) of the electronic device 101 connected to the processor 120. It can be controlled and various data processing or calculations can be performed. According to one embodiment, as at least part of data processing or computation, the processor 120 stores commands or data received from another component (e.g., sensor module 176 or communication module 190) in volatile memory 132. The commands or data stored in the volatile memory 132 can be processed, and the resulting data can be stored in the non-volatile memory 134. According to one embodiment, the processor 120 includes a main processor 121 (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or an auxiliary processor 123 that can operate independently or together (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural network processing unit ( It may include a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor). For example, if the electronic device 101 includes a main processor 121 and a secondary processor 123, the secondary processor 123 may be set to use lower power than the main processor 121 or be specialized for a designated function. You can. The auxiliary processor 123 may be implemented separately from the main processor 121 or as part of it.

The auxiliary processor 123 may, for example, act on behalf of the main processor 121 while the main processor 121 is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or while the main processor 121 is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. ), together with the main processor 121, at least one of the components of the electronic device 101 (e.g., the display module 160, the sensor module 176, or the communication module 190) At least some of the functions or states related to can be controlled. According to one embodiment, co-processor 123 (e.g., image signal processor or communication processor) may be implemented as part of another functionally related component (e.g., camera module 180 or communication module 190). there is. According to one embodiment, the auxiliary processor 123 (eg, neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. Artificial intelligence models can be created through machine learning. For example, such learning may be performed in the electronic device 101 itself, where artificial intelligence is performed, or may be performed through a separate server (e.g., server 108). Learning algorithms may include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but It is not limited. An artificial intelligence model may include multiple artificial neural network layers. Artificial neural networks include deep neural network (DNN), convolutional neural network (CNN), recurrent neural network (RNN), restricted boltzmann machine (RBM), belief deep network (DBN), bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), It may be one of deep Q-networks or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to hardware structures, artificial intelligence models may additionally or alternatively include software structures.

The memory 130 may store various data used by at least one component (eg, the processor 120 or the sensor module 176) of the electronic device 101. Data may include, for example, input data or output data for software (e.g., program 140) and instructions related thereto. Memory 130 may include volatile memory 132 or non-volatile memory 134.

The program 140 may be stored as software in the memory 130 and may include, for example, an operating system 142, middleware 144, or application 146.

The input module 150 may receive commands or data to be used in a component of the electronic device 101 (e.g., the processor 120) from outside the electronic device 101 (e.g., a user). The input module 150 may include, for example, a microphone, mouse, keyboard, keys (eg, buttons), or digital pen (eg, stylus pen).

The sound output module 155 may output sound signals to the outside of the electronic device 101. The sound output module 155 may include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. Speakers can be used for general purposes such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. According to one embodiment, the receiver may be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of it.

The display module 160 can visually provide information to the outside of the electronic device 101 (eg, a user). The display module 160 may include, for example, a display, a hologram device, or a projector, and a control circuit for controlling the device. According to one embodiment, the display module 160 may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of force generated by the touch.

The audio module 170 can convert sound into an electrical signal or, conversely, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, the audio module 170 acquires sound through the input module 150, the sound output module 155, or an external electronic device (e.g., directly or wirelessly connected to the electronic device 101). Sound may be output through the electronic device 102 (e.g., speaker or headphone).

The sensor module 176 detects the operating state (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device 101 or the external environmental state (e.g., user state) and generates an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected state. can do. According to one embodiment, the sensor module 176 includes, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, an air pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, It may include a temperature sensor, humidity sensor, or light sensor.

The interface 177 may support one or more designated protocols that can be used to connect the electronic device 101 directly or wirelessly with an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 102). According to one embodiment, the interface 177 may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

The connection terminal 178 may include a connector through which the electronic device 101 can be physically connected to an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 102). According to one embodiment, the connection terminal 178 may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (eg, a headphone connector).

The haptic module 179 can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimulation (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimulation that the user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic senses. According to one embodiment, the haptic module 179 may include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

The camera module 180 can capture still images and moving images. According to one embodiment, the camera module 180 may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

The power management module 188 can manage power supplied to the electronic device 101. According to one embodiment, the power management module 188 may be implemented as at least a part of, for example, a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

The battery 189 may supply power to at least one component of the electronic device 101. According to one embodiment, the battery 189 may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

Communication module 190 is configured to provide a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or wireless communication channel between electronic device 101 and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device 102, electronic device 104, or server 108). It can support establishment and communication through established communication channels. Communication module 190 operates independently of processor 120 (e.g., an application processor) and may include one or more communication processors that support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module 190 is a wireless communication module 192 (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module 194 (e.g., : LAN (local area network) communication module, or power line communication module) may be included. Among these communication modules, the corresponding communication module is a first network 198 (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network 199 (e.g., legacy It may communicate with an external electronic device 104 through a telecommunication network such as a cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., LAN or WAN). These various types of communication modules may be integrated into one component (e.g., a single chip) or may be implemented as a plurality of separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module 192 uses subscriber information (e.g., International Mobile Subscriber Identifier (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module 196 to communicate within a communication network such as the first network 198 or the second network 199. The electronic device 101 can be confirmed or authenticated.

The wireless communication module 192 may support 5G networks after 4G networks and next-generation communication technologies, for example, NR access technology (new radio access technology). NR access technology provides high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (eMBB (enhanced mobile broadband)), minimization of terminal power and access to multiple terminals (mMTC (massive machine type communications)), or high reliability and low latency (URLLC (ultra-reliable and low latency). -latency communications)) can be supported. The wireless communication module 192 may support high frequency bands (eg, mmWave bands), for example, to achieve high data rates. The wireless communication module 192 uses various technologies to secure performance in high frequency bands, for example, beamforming, massive array multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), and full-dimensional multiplexing. It can support technologies such as input/output (FD-MIMO: full dimensional MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large scale antenna. The wireless communication module 192 may support various requirements specified in the electronic device 101, an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device 104), or a network system (e.g., second network 199). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module 192 supports Peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for realizing eMBB, loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for realizing mmTC, or U-plane latency (e.g., 164 dB or less) for realizing URLLC. Example: Downlink (DL) and uplink (UL) each of 0.5 ms or less, or round trip 1 ms or less) can be supported.

The antenna module 197 may transmit or receive signals or power to or from the outside (eg, an external electronic device). According to one embodiment, the antenna module 197 may include an antenna including a radiator made of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (eg, PCB). According to one embodiment, the antenna module 197 may include a plurality of antennas (eg, an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for the communication method used in the communication network, such as the first network 198 or the second network 199, is connected to the plurality of antennas by, for example, the communication module 190. can be selected. Signals or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module 190 and an external electronic device through the at least one selected antenna. According to some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, other components (eg, radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as part of the antenna module 197.

According to various embodiments, the antenna module 197 may form a mmWave antenna module. According to one embodiment, a mmWave antenna module includes a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent to a first side (e.g., bottom side) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high frequency band (e.g., mmWave band); And a plurality of antennas (e.g., array antennas) disposed on or adjacent to the second side (e.g., top or side) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high frequency band. can do.

At least some of the components are connected to each other through a communication method between peripheral devices (e.g., bus, general purpose input and output (GPIO), serial peripheral interface (SPI), or mobile industry processor interface (MIPI)) and signal ( (e.g. commands or data) can be exchanged with each other.

According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device 101 and the external electronic device 104 through the server 108 connected to the second network 199. Each of the external

electronic devices

102 or 104 may be of the same or different type as the electronic device 101. According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations performed in the electronic device 101 may be executed in one or more of the external

electronic devices

102, 104, or 108. For example, when the electronic device 101 needs to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device 101 may perform the function or service instead of executing the function or service on its own. Alternatively, or additionally, one or more external electronic devices may be requested to perform at least part of the function or service. One or more external electronic devices that have received the request may execute at least part of the requested function or service, or an additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device 101. The electronic device 101 may process the result as is or additionally and provide it as at least part of a response to the request. For this purpose, for example, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology can be used. The electronic device 101 may provide an ultra-low latency service using, for example, distributed computing or mobile edge computing. In another embodiment, the external electronic device 104 may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. Server 108 may be an intelligent server using machine learning and/or neural networks. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device 104 or server 108 may be included in the second network 199. The electronic device 101 may be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

Referring to FIG. 2 , the electronic device 200 according to one embodiment may include a housing 210 that forms the exterior of the electronic device 200. For example, housing 210 surrounds a first side (or front) 200A, a second side (or back) 200B, and a space between the first side 200A and the second side 200B. may include a third side (or side) 200C. In one embodiment, housing 210 has a structure (e.g., the frame structure of FIG. 3 ) that forms at least a portion of first side 200A, second side 200B, and/or third side 200C. 240)).

The electronic device 200 according to one embodiment may include a substantially transparent front plate 202. In one embodiment, front plate 202 may form at least a portion of first side 200A. In one embodiment, the front plate 202 may include, but is not limited to, a glass plate including various coating layers, or a polymer plate, for example.

The electronic device 200 according to one embodiment may include a substantially opaque rear plate 211. In one embodiment, the rear plate 211 may form at least a portion of the second surface 200B. In one embodiment, back plate 211 may be formed by coated or colored glass, ceramic, polymer, metal (e.g., aluminum, stainless steel (STS), or magnesium), or a combination of at least two of the foregoing materials. You can.

The electronic device 200 according to one embodiment may include a side bezel structure (or side member) 218 (eg, the side wall 241 of the frame structure 240 in FIG. 3). In one embodiment, side bezel structure 218 may be combined with front plate 202 and/or back plate 211 to form at least a portion of third side 200C of electronic device 200. For example, the side bezel structure 218 may form all of the third side 200C of the electronic device 200, or in another example, the side bezel structure 218 may form the front plate 202 and/or Together with the back plate 211, the third side 200C of the electronic device 200 may be formed.

Unlike the illustrated embodiment, when the third side 200C of the electronic device 200 is partially formed by the front plate 202 and/or the rear plate 211, the front plate 202 and/or the rear plate 211 The plate 211 may include a region that is curved and extends seamlessly from its edge toward the rear plate 211 and/or the front plate 202 . The extended area of the front plate 202 and/or the rear plate 211 may be, for example, located at both ends of a long edge of the electronic device 200, but according to the above-described example, It is not limited.

In one embodiment, side bezel structure 218 may include metal and/or polymer. In one embodiment, the back plate 211 and the side bezel structure 218 may be formed integrally and may include the same material (eg, a metal material such as aluminum), but are not limited thereto. For example, the back plate 211 and the side bezel structures 218 may be formed of separate construction and/or may include different materials.

In one embodiment, the electronic device 200 includes a display 201, an

audio module

203, 204, and 207, a sensor module (not shown), a

camera module

205, 212, and 213, a key input device 217, It may include at least one of a light emitting device (not shown) and/or a connector hole 208. In another embodiment, the electronic device 200 may omit at least one of the above components (e.g., key input device 217 or a light emitting device (not shown)) or may additionally include other components.

In one embodiment, display 201 (e.g., display module 160 of Figure 2) may be visually exposed through a significant portion of front plate 202. For example, at least a portion of display 201 may be It may be visible through the front plate 202 forming the first side 200A. In one embodiment, the display 201 may be disposed on the back of the front plate 202.

In one embodiment, the outer shape of the display 201 may be substantially the same as the outer shape of the front plate 202 adjacent to the display 201. In one embodiment, in order to expand the area to which the display 201 is visually exposed, the distance between the outer edge of the display 201 and the outer edge of the front plate 202 may be formed to be substantially the same.

In one embodiment, the display 201 (or the first side 200A of the electronic device 200) may include a screen display area 201A. In one embodiment, the display 201 may provide visual information to the user through the screen display area 201A. In the illustrated embodiment, when the first surface 200A is viewed from the front, the screen display area 201A is shown to be located inside the first surface 200A, spaced apart from the outer edge of the first surface 200A. However, it is not limited to this. In another embodiment, when the first side 200A is viewed head on, at least a portion of an edge of the screen display area 201A substantially coincides with an edge of the first side 200A (or the front plate 202). It could be.

In one embodiment, the screen display area 201A may include a sensing area 201B configured to obtain biometric information of the user. Here, the meaning of “the screen display area 201A includes the sensing area 201B” can be understood as at least a portion of the sensing area 201B being overlapped with the screen display area 201A. there is. For example, the sensing area 201B, like other areas of the screen display area 201A, can display visual information by the display 201 and can additionally acquire the user's biometric information (e.g., fingerprint). It can mean area. In another embodiment, the sensing area 201B may be formed in the key input device 217.

In one embodiment, the display 201 may include an area where the first camera module 205 (eg, the camera module 180 of FIG. 2) is located. In one embodiment, an opening is formed in the area of the display 201, and a first camera module 205 (e.g., a punch hole camera) is at least partially disposed within the opening to face the first side 200A. You can. In this case, the screen display area 201A may surround at least a portion of the edge of the opening. In another embodiment, the first camera module 205 (e.g., an under display camera (UDC)) may be placed below the display 201 to overlap the area of the display 201. In this case, the display 201 can provide visual information to the user through the area, and additionally, the first camera module 205 is positioned in a direction toward the first side 200A through the area of the display 201. A corresponding image can be obtained.

In one embodiment, the display 201 may be combined with or disposed adjacent to a touch detection circuit, a pressure sensor capable of measuring the intensity (pressure) of touch, and/or a digitizer that detects a magnetic field-type stylus pen. .

In one embodiment, the

audio modules

203, 204, and 207 (e.g., audio module 170 in FIG. 2) may include microphone holes 203 and 204 and speaker holes 207.

In one embodiment, the microphone holes 203 and 204 include a first microphone hole 203 formed in a portion of the third side 200C and a second microphone hole 204 formed in a portion of the second side 200B. may include. Microphones (not shown) may be placed inside the microphone holes 203 and 204 to acquire external sounds. The microphone may include a plurality of microphones to detect the direction of sound.

In one embodiment, the second microphone hole 204 formed in a partial area of the second surface 200B may be disposed adjacent to the

camera modules

205, 212, and 213. For example, the second microphone hole 204 may acquire sound according to the operation of the

camera modules

205, 212, and 213. However, it is not limited to this.

In one embodiment, the speaker hole 207 may include an external speaker hole 207 and a receiver hole (not shown) for a call. The external speaker hole 207 may be formed in a portion of the third side 200C of the electronic device 200. In another embodiment, the external speaker hole 207 may be implemented as one hole with the microphone hole 203. Although not shown, a receiver hole (not shown) for a call may be formed in another part of the third side 200C. For example, the receiver hole for a call may be formed on the third side 200C opposite the external speaker hole 207. For example, based on the illustration in FIG. 2, the external speaker hole 207 is formed on the third side 200C corresponding to the lower part of the electronic device 200, and the receiver hole for a call is formed on the electronic device 200. It may be formed on the third side 200C corresponding to the upper end. However, it is not limited to this, and in another embodiment, the call receiver hole may be formed in a location other than the third surface 200C. For example, a receiver hole for a call may be formed by a spaced space between the front plate 202 (or display 201) and the side bezel structure 218.

In one embodiment, the electronic device 200 includes at least one speaker (not shown) configured to output sound to the outside of the housing 210 through the external speaker hole 207 and/or the call receiver hole (not shown). ) may include.

In one embodiment, a sensor module (not shown) (e.g., sensor module 176 in FIG. 2) generates an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the internal operating state of the electronic device 200 or the external environmental state. can be created. For example, the sensor module may include a proximity sensor, HRM sensor, fingerprint sensor, gesture sensor, gyro sensor, barometric pressure sensor, magnetic sensor, acceleration sensor, grip sensor, color sensor, IR (infrared) sensor, biometric sensor, temperature sensor, It may include at least one of a humidity sensor or an illuminance sensor.

In one embodiment, the

camera modules

205, 212, and 213 (e.g., the camera module 180 in FIG. 2) are a first camera module disposed to face the first side 200A of the electronic device 200. 205), a second camera module 212 arranged to face the second surface 200B, and a flash 213.

In one embodiment, the second camera module 212 may include a plurality of cameras (eg, a dual camera, a triple camera, or a quad camera). However, the second camera module 212 is not necessarily limited to including a plurality of cameras and may include one camera.

In one embodiment, the first camera module 205 and the second camera module 212 may include one or more lenses, an image sensor, and/or an image signal processor.

In one embodiment, flash 213 may include, for example, a light emitting diode or a xenon lamp. In another embodiment, two or more lenses (an infrared camera, a wide-angle lens, and a telephoto lens) and image sensors may be placed on one side of the electronic device 200.

In one embodiment, the key input device 217 (eg, input module 150 in FIG. 2) may be disposed on the third side 200C of the electronic device 200. In other embodiments, the electronic device 200 may not include some or all of the key input devices 217, and the key input devices 217 that do not include other forms such as soft keys on the display 201. It can be implemented as:

In one embodiment, the connector hole 208 may be formed on the third side 200C of the electronic device 200 to accommodate a connector of an external device. A connection terminal (eg, connection terminal 178 in FIG. 2) that is electrically connected to a connector of an external device may be disposed in the connector hole 208. The electronic device 200 according to one embodiment may include an interface module (eg, interface 177 in FIG. 2) for processing electrical signals transmitted and received through the connection terminal.

In one embodiment, the electronic device 200 may include a light emitting device (not shown). For example, the light emitting device (not shown) may be disposed on the first surface 200A of the housing 210. The light emitting device (not shown) may provide status information of the electronic device 200 in the form of light. In another embodiment, the light emitting device (not shown) may provide a light source linked to the operation of the first camera module 205. For example, the light emitting device (not shown) may include an LED, an IR LED, and/or a xenon lamp.

Hereinafter, overlapping descriptions of components having the same reference numerals as the above-described components will be omitted.

Referring to FIG. 3, the electronic device 200 according to one embodiment includes a frame structure 240, a first printed circuit board 250, a second printed circuit board 252, a cover plate 260, and a battery. It may include (270).

In one embodiment, the frame structure 240 includes a side wall 241 that forms the exterior of the electronic device 200 (e.g., the third side 200C of FIG. 2) and extending inward from the side wall 241. It may include a support portion 243. In one embodiment, frame structure 240 may be disposed between display 201 and back plate 211. In one embodiment, sidewalls 241 of frame structure 240 may surround the space between back plate 211 and front plate 202 (and/or display 201), and frame structure 240 The support portion 243 may extend from the side wall 241 within the space. According to one embodiment, the side wall 241 forming the side of the electronic device 200 (e.g., the third side 200C in FIG. 2) has a speaker hole ( 207) may be included. The speaker hole 207 may penetrate the side wall 241. An audio signal output from a speaker disposed inside the electronic device 200 (e.g., the speaker 410 of FIG. 4A) may be transmitted to the outside of the electronic device 200 through the speaker hole 207.

In one embodiment, frame structure 240 may support or accommodate other components included in electronic device 200. For example, the display 201 may be disposed on one side of the frame structure 240 facing in one direction (e.g., +z direction), and the display 201 may be disposed on the support portion 243 of the frame structure 240. It can be supported by . For another example, a first printed circuit board 250, a second printed circuit board 252, and a battery 270 are provided on the other side of the frame structure 240 facing in a direction opposite to the one direction (e.g., -z direction). ), and the second camera module 212 may be disposed. The first printed circuit board 250, the second printed circuit board 252, the battery 270, and the second camera module 212 are attached to the side wall 241 and/or the support portion 243 of the frame structure 240. Each can be seated in a recess defined by

In one embodiment, the first printed circuit board 250, the second printed circuit board 252, and the battery 270 may each be combined with the frame structure 240. For example, the first printed circuit board 250 and the second printed circuit board 252 may be fixed to the frame structure 240 through a coupling member such as a screw. For example, the battery 270 may be fixed to the frame structure 240 through an adhesive member (eg, double-sided tape). However, it is not limited to the above-described examples.

In one embodiment, the cover plate 260 may be disposed between the first printed circuit board 250 and the back plate 211. In one embodiment, a cover plate 260 may be disposed on the first printed circuit board 250. For example, the cover plate 260 may be disposed on a side of the first printed circuit board 250 facing the -z direction.

In one embodiment, the cover plate 260 may at least partially overlap the first printed circuit board 250 about the z-axis. In one embodiment, the cover plate 260 may cover at least a portion of the first printed circuit board 250 . Through this, the cover plate 260 protects the first printed circuit board 250 from physical shock or the connector coupled to the first printed circuit board 250 (e.g., connector 34 in FIG. 3) is separated. can be prevented.

In one embodiment, the cover plate 260 is fixedly disposed on the first printed circuit board 250 through a coupling member (e.g., a screw), or is coupled with the first printed circuit board 250 through the coupling member. Can be coupled to frame structure 240.

In one embodiment, display 201 may be disposed between frame structure 240 and front plate 202. For example, the front plate 202 may be disposed on one side (e.g., +z direction) of the display 201, and the frame structure 240 may be disposed on the other side (e.g., -z direction).

In one embodiment, front plate 202 may be coupled with display 201. For example, the front plate 202 and the display 201 may be adhered to each other through an optical adhesive member (eg, optically clear adhesive (OCA) or optically clear resin (OCR)) interposed therebetween.

In one embodiment, front plate 202 may be coupled with frame structure 240. For example, the front plate 202 may include an outer portion extending outside the display 201 when viewed in the z-axis direction, and the outer portion of the front plate 202 and the frame structure 240 ( For example, it may be adhered to the frame structure 240 through an adhesive member (eg, double-sided tape) disposed between the side walls 241). However, it is not limited to the above-mentioned example.

In one embodiment, the first printed circuit board 250 and/or the second printed circuit board 252 include a processor (e.g., processor 120 of FIG. 2) and a memory (e.g., memory 130 of FIG. 2). ), and/or an interface (e.g., interface 177 of FIG. 2) may be installed. The processor may include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphics processing unit, an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor. Memory may include, for example, volatile memory or non-volatile memory. The interface may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, and/or an audio interface. The interface may electrically or physically connect the electronic device 200 to an external electronic device and may include a USB connector, SD card/MMC connector, or audio connector. In one embodiment, the first printed circuit board 250 and the second printed circuit board 252 may be operatively or electrically connected to each other through a connecting member (eg, a flexible printed circuit board).

In one embodiment, battery 270 (eg, battery 189 in FIG. 2 ) may supply power to at least one component of electronic device 200 . For example, the battery 270 may include a rechargeable secondary battery or fuel cell. At least a portion of the battery 270 may be disposed on substantially the same plane as the first printed circuit board 250 and/or the second printed circuit board 252.

The electronic device 200 according to one embodiment may include an antenna module (not shown) (eg, the antenna module 197 of FIG. 2). In one embodiment, the antenna module may be disposed between the rear plate 211 and the battery 270. The antenna module may include, for example, a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and/or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna. For example, the antenna module may perform short-distance communication with an external device or wirelessly transmit and receive power to and from an external device.

In one embodiment, the first camera module 205 (e.g., front camera) is framed so that the lens can receive external light through some area of the front plate 202 (e.g., front side 200A in FIG. 2). It may be disposed on at least a portion of structure 240 (eg, support portion 243).

In one embodiment, the second camera module 212 (e.g., a rear camera) may be disposed between the frame structure 240 and the rear plate 211. In one embodiment, the second camera module 212 may be electrically connected to the first printed circuit board 250 through a connection member (eg, connector). In one embodiment, the second camera module 212 may be positioned so that the lens can receive external light through the camera area 284 of the rear plate 211 of the electronic device 200.

In one embodiment, the camera area 284 may be formed on the surface of the back plate 211 (eg, the back side 200B in FIG. 2). In one embodiment, the camera area 284 may be formed to be at least partially transparent to allow external light to enter the lens of the second camera module 212. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the camera area 284 may protrude from the surface of the back plate 211 at a predetermined height. However, it is not limited to this, and in another embodiment, the camera area 284 may form substantially the same plane as the surface of the rear plate 211.

In one embodiment, the housing 210 of the electronic device 200 may refer to a configuration or structure that forms at least part of the exterior of the electronic device 200. In this regard, at least some of the front plate 202, frame structure 240, and/or back plate 211 that form the exterior of the electronic device 200 are referred to as the housing 210 of the electronic device 200. It can be.

FIG. 4A is an exploded perspective view of a region of an electronic device including a speaker, according to one embodiment. Figure 4B is an exploded perspective view of an example speaker.

Referring to FIG. 4A, the electronic device 200 includes a side bezel structure 218, a speaker 410, a printed circuit board 420 (e.g., the second printed circuit board 252 in FIG. 3), and a bracket 430. ) may include. In one example, the bracket 430 may be omitted from the electronic device 200.

According to one embodiment, it may include a side bezel structure (or side member) 218 (e.g., the side wall 241 of the frame structure 240 of FIG. 3). The side bezel structure 218 or frame structure 240 is disposed between a first side (e.g., first side 200A and second side 200B in FIG. 2) of housing 210 and has a side ( 400a) (e.g., the third side 200C of FIG. 2) may be formed. The side surface 400a may be a surface disposed between the first surface 200A and the second surface 200B. In one embodiment, the side bezel structure 218 includes a front plate 202 (e.g., front plate 202 in FIG. 2) and/or a back plate 211 (e.g., back plate 211 in FIG. 2). Combined, they may form at least a portion of the side 400a of the electronic device 200. The side bezel structure 218 may include a seating groove 401 and a speaker hole 207.

Referring to FIG. 4B, the speaker 410 may be configured to provide an audio signal to the outside of the electronic device 200. For example, the speaker 410 includes a first enclosure 301a, a second enclosure 301b, an elastic member 330, a printed circuit board 350, a diaphragm (or diaphragm) 311, and a voice coil ( 316) and/or a magnet 320. The first enclosure 301a and the second enclosure 301b may form the external shape of the speaker 410. The first enclosure 301a may form the front of the speaker 410, and the second enclosure 301b may form the rear of the speaker 410. The front of the speaker 310 may be a surface where audio signals (eg, sound waves) provided through the diaphragm 311 of the speaker are radiated. The rear side of the speaker 410 may be opposite to the front side of the speaker 410.

The first enclosure 301a may include a first radiation hole 309 connected to an acoustic duct (eg, the acoustic duct 501 of FIG. 5). The first radiation hole 309 may overlap the diaphragm 311 when looking at the front of the speaker 310. The first radiation hole 309 may be disposed along the circumference of the diaphragm 311.

The elastic member 330 may be disposed between the speaker 310 and the first enclosure 301a. The elastic member 330 is elastic within the case 301 of the components constituting the speaker 410 (e.g., the diaphragm 311, the voice coil 316, the magnet 320, or the printed circuit board 350). can be supported. The elastic member 330 may be disposed along the vibration plate 311. The elastic member 330 may include a second radiation hole 339. The second radiation hole 339 may be connected to the first radiation hole 309. The second radiation hole 339 and the first radiation hole 309 may be connected to an acoustic duct. The audio signal provided through the diaphragm 311 may be transmitted to the outside of the electronic device through the first radiation hole 309, the second radiation hole 339, and the acoustic duct. The elastic member 330 may elastically support the diaphragm 311 or elastically support a structure that presses the diaphragm 311.

The voice coil 316 may provide kinetic energy to generate physical vibration (eg, vibration) of the diaphragm 311. For example, the voice coil 316 may generate kinetic energy based on the current associated with the audio signal and its interaction with the magnet 320. The diaphragm 311 can generate vibration and provide sound waves based on the kinetic energy. The speaker 410 may transmit an acoustic signal from the diaphragm 311 to the outside of the electronic device 200 through an acoustic duct 501 connected to the speaker 410.

The printed circuit board 350 may be electrically connected to the main board within the electronic device 200. The printed circuit board 350 may be a flexible printed circuit board. One end of the printed circuit board 350 may be connected to the speaker 410, and the other end of the printed circuit board 350 may be connected to the connector 351. The connector 351 may be connected to the main board within the electronic device 200 or may be connected to another connector connected to the main board. The printed circuit board 350 may extend from the speaker 300 within the case 301 to the outside of the case 301 . However, it is not limited to this.

Referring again to FIG. 4A, the side bezel structure 218 may include a seating groove 401 in which the speaker 410 is seated. The speaker 410 may be placed in the seating groove 401. The speaker 410 may be supported by the seating groove 401. For example, the speaker 410 may be inserted into the seating groove 401 or may be fixed to the seating groove 401 through an adhesive member. An elastic member (not shown) may be disposed between the speaker 410 and the seating groove 401. For example, the elastic member may include an adhesive material. The elastic member can reduce damage to the speaker 410 due to external shock. The side bezel structure 218 can connect the inner space of the seating groove 401 and the speaker hole 207.

According to one embodiment, the spacer 411 may be placed on the speaker 410. The spacer 411 may be disposed between the speaker 410 and the second surface 200B of the housing 210. The spacer 411 may pressurize a portion of the speaker 410 (eg, the middle portion). For example, when the electronic device 200 is assembled, the spacer 411 is attached to the second side 200B of the housing 210 or the rear plate 211 constituting the second side 200B (e.g., FIG. 2 It can be pressed by the rear plate 211). As the pressed spacer 411 presses the speaker 410, the speaker 410 can be placed between the spacer 411 and the seating groove 401. The speaker 410 may be substantially fixed to a designated position (eg, within the seating groove 401) within the housing 210 by applying pressure to the spacer 411 and the seating groove 401. The substantially fixed thing may include (i.e., allow) a slight movement due to an external impact or a flow within a specified range. When providing an audio signal from the speaker 410, the spacer 411 fixes the speaker 410 to the seating groove 401 to prevent shaking of the speaker 410 or collision between the speaker 410 and the internal structure. noise can be reduced. The spacer 411 has been described as directly contacting the rear plate 211 constituting the second surface 200B of the housing 210, but the spacer 411 is not limited thereto. The electronic device 200 may further include a mechanism for pressing the spacer 411. For example, the electronic device 200 may include a speaker 410 and a bracket 430 surrounding the printed circuit board 420. The bracket 430 can press the speaker 410 and the spacer 411 by being assembled with the side bezel structure 218. However, in one example, the bracket 430 is not included in the electronic device 200, and the speaker 410 may be fixed differently.

According to one embodiment, when the bracket 430 is assembled to the side bezel structure 218, the bracket 430 may contact the spacer 411 disposed on the speaker 410. For example, upon assembly of the bracket 430 and the side bezel structure 218, the bracket 430 may press the spacer 411. As the pressed spacer 411 presses the speaker 410, the speaker 410 can be placed between the spacer 411 and the seating groove 401. The spacer 411 can reduce the generation of noise caused by the movement of the speaker 410 by fixing the speaker 410 to the seating groove 401.

According to one embodiment, the printed circuit board 420 may be placed on one side of the electronic device 200. The printed circuit board 420 may be distinguished from a printed circuit board (eg, the first printed circuit board 250 of FIG. 3) on which a processor (eg, the processor 120 of FIG. 1) is disposed. The printed circuit board 420 may be connected to an interface for connection to an external electronic device or to an electronic component (eg, speaker 410) disposed on the side of the electronic device 200. The printed circuit board 420 may be electrically connected to the printed circuit board on which the processor 120 is disposed through a flexible printed circuit board or cable. The speaker 410 may receive electrical signals related to audio signals through the printed circuit board 420.

The electronic device 200 may include a resonance space. The resonant space may generate vibrations that generate the audio signal of the speaker 410. The resonance space may be a space for vibration of the audio signal. The speaker 410 may require a wide (i.e., relatively large) resonance space in order to provide audio signals in a low frequency band. As the electronic device 200 is assembled, the space between the rear of the speaker 410 (e.g., the surface on which the spacer 411 is placed) and the bracket 430 or the rear of the speaker 410 and the housing 210 The space between the two sides (200B) can be used as a resonance space. The resonance space can be reduced by the volume of the spacer 411 disposed to fix the speaker 410. In order to provide a low-pitched audio signal, it is necessary to compensate for the resonance space reduced by the volume of the spacer 411.

The structure for compensating the resonance space will be described below in FIG. 5.

Figure 5 is a schematic cross-sectional view of a region including a speaker, according to one embodiment. Figure 6 is a perspective view of a spacer, according to one embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 5 , the electronic device 200 may include a housing 210, a frame structure 240, a speaker 410, and a spacer 510. The housing 210 has a first side 200A, a second side 200B opposite the first side 200A, and a third side between the first side 200A and the second side 200B ( 200C) (or side/side). The housing 210 may provide an internal space for electronic components for the electronic device 200. The housing 210 may include a rear plate 211 and a front plate (e.g., the front plate 202 of FIG. 2) that supports the display 201 (e.g., the display 201 of FIG. 2). The rear plate 211 may form the second surface 200B, and the front plate 202 may form the first surface 200A. The front plate 202 may be spaced apart from the rear plate 211 for the internal space.

According to one embodiment, the frame structure 240 may be disposed between the first side 200A and the second side 200B. For example, frame structure 240 may be disposed between front plate 202 and back plate 211. The frame structure 240 may provide an internal space together with the front plate 202 and the rear plate 211. The frame structure 240 may form a third surface 200C. The frame structure 240 may extend from the third side 200C into the interior space. The extended portion may be formed as a separate structure and may be attached or joined to the frame structure 240 constituting the third surface 200C. The extended portion may be formed integrally with the frame structure 240.

According to one embodiment, the frame structure 240 may include a structure for seating electronic components. For example, the frame structure 240 may include a seating groove 401 to support the speaker 410. The seating groove 401 may be formed in an extending portion of the frame structure 240 within the internal space of the housing 210.

According to one embodiment, the speaker 410 may include one side 410a that is partially in contact with a portion of the frame structure 240 and another side 410b opposite the one side 410a. . The one surface 410a of the speaker 410 may be a radiation surface through which audio signals are radiated. The other side 410b of the speaker 410 may be a side opposite to the radiation side. For example, one side 410a of the speaker 410 may face the sound duct 501 through which audio signals are transmitted. The sound duct 501 may be connected to the speaker hole 207 (eg, the speaker hole 207 in FIG. 2). The speaker 410 can transmit an audio signal to the sound duct 501 and transmit the audio signal to the outside through the speaker hole 207.

According to one embodiment, the other side 410b of the speaker 410 may face the resonance space. The resonance space may be a space surrounded by the other side 410b of the speaker 410, the side of the speaker 410, and a portion of the housing 210. The resonance space may include a first space 503 and a second space 502. The first space 503 and the second space 502 may be partitioned by a spacer 510 (eg, the spacer 411 in FIG. 4A).

According to one embodiment, the spacer 510 may be formed of a metal material. The spacer 510 may be formed of a thin plate and include a curved portion. The spacer 510 may include a flat portion 511 and a stepped portion 515 . The stepped portion 515 may include a horizontal portion 512 and a connecting portion 513.

The flat portion 511 may contact the other surface 410b of the speaker 410. The above-mentioned meaning of contacting may include not only the case where A is directly attached to B, but also the case where an elastic member or adhesive member is embedded between A and B for the protection of B or the connection between B and A. For example, the flat portion 511 may directly contact the other side 410b of the speaker 410. For example, an elastic member 599 may be interposed between the flat portion 511 and the other surface 410b. The elastic member 599 can prevent the other surface 410b of the speaker 410 from being damaged by the spacer 510. The elastic member 599 may include poron, rubber, foam, or silicon. The elastic member 599 may further include an adhesive material to secure the spacer 510 to a designated position on the speaker 410. The flat portion 511 may be a part of the spacer 510 that presses the speaker 410.

According to one embodiment, each of the stepped portions 515 may include horizontal portions 512 and connecting portions 513 supported by the rear plate 211 . The horizontal portion 512 may be in contact with the inner surface of the housing 210 facing the second surface 200B and may be spaced apart from the other surface 410b of the speaker 410. The horizontal portion 512 may contact a portion of the housing 210 forming the second surface 200B. For example, the horizontal portion 512 may be in contact with the rear plate 211. The horizontal portion 512 may be fixed to the rear plate 211. For example, the horizontal portion 512 and the back plate 211 may be formed through a double injection process. The rear plate 211 may be formed of a polymer material. According to one embodiment, each of the horizontal portions 512 may be inserted into each groove formed in the rear plate 211 and fixed to the rear plate 211 . The spacer 510 is fixed to the rear plate 211 and can pressurize the speaker 410 through the flat portion 511 when assembling the electronic device 200. The pressurized speaker 410 may be secured to a designated location within the housing 210 .

According to one embodiment, the stepped portions 515 may extend from the flat portion 511 . Each of the connection parts 513 may connect the flat part 511 and the horizontal part 512, respectively. The flat portion 511 is disposed on the other side 410b of the speaker 410, and the horizontal portion 512 is spaced apart from the flat portion 511 to form a second surface 200B. Since it is disposed, a step may be formed between the flat part 511 and the horizontal part 512. Since the connecting portion 513 connects the flat portion 511 and the horizontal portion 512, the flat portion 511 and the horizontal portion 512 may be formed as one body. According to one embodiment, the connection portion 513 may extend from the planar portion 511 to the horizontal portion 512.

According to one embodiment, the connection portion 513 may be inclined with respect to the flat portion 511 and the horizontal portion 512. The flat portion 511 may face the rear plate 211 in a first direction. The horizontal portions 512 may be spaced apart from the one surface of the speaker and face the speaker 410 in a second direction opposite to the first direction. The connecting portions 513 may extend in a third direction different from the first and second directions.

According to one embodiment, the electronic device provides a resonance space surrounded by the surface of the speaker 410 and the internal mechanism of the electronic device 200, excluding the surface connected to the front 410a radiation area of the speaker 410. can do. The resonance space may be a space around the speaker 410, excluding the sound duct 501. For example, the resonance space may include a first space 503 and a second space 502 between the speaker 410 and the fixture inside the electronic device 200.

According to one embodiment, the first space 503 may be a space between the flat portion 511 and a portion of the rear plate 211 corresponding to the second surface 200B. For example, the first space 503 may be surrounded by a portion of the second surface 200B, the flat portion 511, and the connecting portion 513. The first space 503 may be an empty space.

According to one embodiment, the second space 502 may refer to the remaining space excluding the sound duct 501 among the spaces in contact with the speaker 410. For example, the second space 502 may be a space surrounding the other surface 410b and the side surface of the speaker 410. The second space 502 may be a space between the other side 410b of the speaker 410 and the spacer 510 and a space between the side of the speaker 410 and another device in the electronic device 200.

According to one embodiment, the first space 503 is formed from the side surface 410a of the speaker 410 through the acoustic duct 501 formed in the frame structure arranged with respect to the side surface of the speaker 410a. It may be connected to the second space 502 between the other side 410b and the horizontal portion 512 for a resonance space for the audio signal transmitted toward the speaker hole 207 formed in . The first space 503 may be connected to the second space through an opening formed in the connection portion 513. According to one embodiment, the first space 503 may be connected to the second space 502 through a gap between a plurality of connection parts. For example, each of the plurality of connection parts may extend from the planar part 511 to each of the horizontal parts. The connecting parts may be separated from each other in order to utilize the first space as a resonance space.

According to one embodiment, when the spacer 510 fills the first space 503 with another material, the resonance space may be the second space 502. According to one embodiment, the spacer 510 including the flat portion 511, the horizontal portion 512, and the connecting portion 513 is formed as a plate and is bent at the connecting portion 513 to form the first space 503. can be provided. Referring to FIG. 6 , the spacer 510 may have a cross shape when viewed from above. According to one embodiment, the spacer 510 may increase the resonance space of the speaker 410 by connecting the first space 503 and the second space 502. Based on the increase in the resonance space of the speaker 410, resonance in the low-pitched range can be provided, thereby improving the performance of the speaker 410. When an elastic member made of urethane or poron is used instead of the spacer 510, the resonance space disposed on the other side 410b of the speaker 410 may be reduced. The spacer 510 can further buffer external shock applied to the speaker 410. The spacer 510 can expand the resonance space by connecting the space between the other side 410b of the speaker 410 and the rear plate 211 facing the other side 410b with the resonance space. The electronic device 200 including the spacer 510 can have the technical effect of improving low-band audio performance by expanding the resonance space while having robustness against external shock.

According to one embodiment, the electronic device 200 may further include an air adsorbent 521. The air adsorbent 521 may be disposed in the first space 503. The air adsorbent 521 can substantially expand the resonance space by adsorbing air or gas. The air adsorbent 521 may be disposed not only in the first space 503 but also in the second space 502.

Referring to FIG. 6, the spacer 510 may include a flat portion 511 and a horizontal portion 512, and the portions (the flat portion and the horizontal portion) basically extend in a direction referred to as the horizontal direction. It can be. The flat portion 511 may contact the other surface 410b of the speaker 410. The flat portion 511 can expand the contact area with the other surface 410b of the speaker 410, thereby widening the pressure area of the speaker 410. For example, the planar portion 511 may include a core portion 601 and extension portions 603 extending from an edge of the core portion 601. The core portion 601 and the extension portions 603 may be substantially planar. The spacer 510 including the extended portions 603 can expand the contact area with the speaker 410. The spacer 510, which has a large contact area with the speaker 410, may provide increased coupling force with the speaker 410 according to the assembly of the electronic device 200 (e.g., the electronic device 200 of FIG. 2). . Based on the increased coupling force, the speaker 410 can be fixed to a designated location inside the electronic device 200.

According to one embodiment, the spacer 510 may include a connection portion 513 that extends at an inclination from the flat portion 511 from the ends of the extension portions 603 . The connection portion 513 may extend substantially perpendicular to the flat portion 511, but may include a portion having a curved surface. Here, the connection portion 513 may basically expand in a direction referred to as the vertical direction. The spacer 510 may be formed by pressing a metal plate. For example, the spacer 510 may be formed on a metal plate through a press process. For example, the metal plate may be pressed by a press corresponding to the flat portion 511 to form a flat portion 511 that is recessed from the horizontal portion 512 . The curved portion of the spacer 510 may be formed through a pressing process. The horizontal portion 512 of the spacer 510 formed through the press process may be formed in a direction away from the flat portion 511.

According to one embodiment, there may be multiple connection portions 513. The plurality of connected portions may be spaced apart from each other. The gap between the connecting portions may open a portion of the first space 503 . For example, the first space 503 may be connected to the second space 502 through the gap between the connecting parts. The connection portion 513 may surround a portion of the edge of the flat portion 511. For example, one connection part 513 among the plurality of connection parts may be disposed between the flat part 511 and the horizontal part 512. For example, a plurality of connecting portions including the connecting portion 513 or horizontal portions 512 may extend from a portion of the extending portions 603 of the planar portion 511 to be spaced apart from each other. The connection portion 513 may extend from an end of the extension portions 603 spaced apart from the boundary between the core portion 601 and the extension portions 603. The volume of the first space 503 may be determined based on the length of the connection portion 513. The length of the connecting portion 513 may be referred to as the height of the spacer 510.

When the flat portion 511 of the spacer 510 is viewed vertically, the horizontal portions 512 may be disposed outside the flat portion 511 . In order to utilize the first space 503, which is an internal space of the spacer 510, as a resonance space, each connection portion 513 may be separated from each other. As the horizontal portions 512 are disposed outside the planar portion 511, the efficiency of the work process can be increased. While the horizontal portions 512 disposed outside the flat portion 511 are bonded to the rear plate 211 or another plate (bracket or metal plate) for bonding, the portion to be bonded is external. It can be confirmed visually. The horizontal parts 512 arranged outside the flat part 511 can be attached to one of the plates, by wrapping the horizontal parts 512 with an adhesive tape.

According to the above-described embodiment, the electronic device 200 includes a first side 200A, a second side 200B opposite to the first side 200A, and the first side 200A and the second side. A housing 210 including a third face 200C between the faces 200B, a frame disposed between the first face 200A and the second face 200B, and forming the third face 200C. A speaker comprising a structure 240, one side 410a partially in contact with a portion of the frame structure 240, and another side 410b opposite the one side 410a. It may include 410 and a spacer 510 disposed between the other surface 410b and the second surface 200B. According to one embodiment, the spacer 510 includes a flat portion 511 that is in contact with the other surface 410b of the speaker 410 and is spaced apart from the second surface 200B, and the second surface ( 200B) and includes a horizontal portion 512 spaced apart from the other surface 410b of the speaker 410 and a connection portion 513 between the flat portion 511 and the horizontal portion 512. You can. When the second surface 200B is viewed from above, the flat portion 511 may face the horizontal portion 512 based on the connecting portion 513. The first space 503 between the second surface 200B and the flat portion 511 is formed from the one surface 410a of the speaker 410. For a resonance space for the audio signal transmitted towards the speaker hole 207 of the third side 200C, through the acoustic duct 501 of the frame structure 240 arranged with respect to the other It may be connected to the second space 502 between the surface 410b and the horizontal portion 512.

According to the above-described embodiment, the electronic device 200 can expand the resonance space from the second space 502 to the first space 503. In other words, the first space 503 and the second space 502 may be connected to each other to provide an expanded resonance space. Based on the expanded resonance space, the speaker 410 of the electronic device 200 can provide improved performance in the low-pitched tone band. For example, an expanded resonant space can provide a larger resonant space for resonance of audio signals in the low-frequency range (e.g., below 1000 Hz, especially below 400 Hz).

FIG. 7A is a cross-sectional view of a region including spacers of an exemplary speaker, according to one embodiment. FIG. 7B is a cross-sectional view of a region including an exemplary extended spacer, according to an embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 7A, the electronic device 200 includes a display 201 disposed toward the first side 200A, a front plate 202 disposed on the display 201, and a front plate 202 disposed on the first side 200A. It may include a rear plate 211 disposed toward the opposite second surface 200B. The electronic device 200 may include a speaker 410 disposed therein. For example, the speaker 410 may be placed in the internal space between the front plate 202 and the rear plate 211. One side 410a of the speaker 410 may face the first side 200A.

According to one embodiment, another side 410b opposite to the one side 410a may face the second side 200B. The one surface 410a may be in contact with a portion of the frame structure 240. For example, one side 410a of the speaker 410 may be attached to the frame structure 240 and the adhesive member 789. For example, adhesive member 789 may be disposed between speaker 410 and frame structure 240. The adhesive member 789 is disposed between the speaker 410 and the frame structure 240, thereby allowing the speaker 410 to be seated on the frame structure 240. The audio signal transmitted from one side 410a of the speaker 410 may be transmitted to the speaker hole 207 (eg, the speaker hole 207 in FIG. 2) through the sound duct 501. A portion of the path extending to the speaker hole 207 through the acoustic duct 501 may be isolated from the internal space of the electronic device 200 by a sealing member 790.

According to one embodiment, the sealing member 790 may transmit an audio signal emitted from one surface 410a of the speaker 410. The sealing member 790 can prevent dust and moisture from flowing into the electronic device 200 through the speaker hole 207. The sealing member 790 may include a membrane material. For example, an audio signal may be emitted from one side 410a of the speaker 410. The audio signal emitted from one side of the speaker 410 may be transmitted to the speaker hole 207 along the acoustic path (PA). The sealing member 790 may be disposed on the acoustic path. The sealing member 790 may transmit audio signals transmitted along the acoustic path. The sealing member 790 can prevent external foreign substances introduced through the acoustic path from moving into the interior of the electronic device 200.

According to one embodiment, the other surface 410b of the speaker 410 may contact the spacer 710a. The spacer 710a may include a flat portion 511 in contact with the other surface 410b of the speaker 410. The spacer 710a may include a connection portion 513 that separates the flat portion 511 from the rear plate 211 . The spacer 710a may include a horizontal portion 512 configured to be fixed to a fixture within the electronic device 200. The horizontal portion 512 may be inserted into the bracket 430 in contact with the rear plate 211. The bracket 430 may be formed integrally with the rear plate 211. For example, the horizontal portion 512 may be inserted into and fixed to a groove formed in the rear plate 211. Horizontal portion 512 may be connected to rear plate 211 in different ways. According to some embodiments, the bracket 430 may be omitted.

According to one embodiment, the end of the horizontal portion 512 may be fixed to the back plate 211 or the bracket 430 at the coupling area 709a. The bracket 430 or the rear plate 211 may be made of a polymer material. The horizontal portion 512 may be coupled to the bracket 430 or the rear plate 211 through an injection process. The first space 703a may be surrounded by the flat part 511, the connecting part 513, and the bracket 430. The second space 702a may be a space between the other side 410b of the speaker 410 and the fixture and a space between the side of the speaker 410 and the fixture. The second space 702a may be surrounded by the frame structure 240 and the rear plate 211 or bracket 430 to be used as a resonance space. The second space 702a is a space between the frame structure 240 and another device (e.g., the rear plate 211 or the bracket 430), and is isolated from other spaces inside the electronic device 200 by a sealing member. You can. The second space 702a may be connected to the first space 703a to expand the resonance space. To fix the speaker 410, the flat portion 511 of the spacer 710a and the other side 410b of the speaker 410 may contact each other. When the length l1 of the spacer 710a is shorter than the width of the speaker 410, the spacer 710a can transmit pressing force to the speaker 410. If the pressing force transmitted to the speaker 410 through the spacer 710a is insufficient, the length l1 of the spacer 710a may be made long.

Referring to FIG. 7B, the electronic device 200 includes a display 201 disposed toward the first side 200A, a front plate 202 disposed on the display 201, and a front plate 202 disposed on the first side 200A. It may include a rear plate 211 disposed toward the opposite second surface 200B. The electronic device 200 may include a speaker 410 disposed therein. One side 410a of the speaker 410 may face the first side 200A. Another side 410b opposite to the one side 410a may face the second side 200B. The one surface 410a may be in contact with a portion of the frame structure 240. The audio signal transmitted from one side 410a of the speaker 410 may be transmitted to the speaker hole 207 (eg, the speaker hole 207 in FIG. 2) through the sound duct 501. A portion of the path extending through the acoustic duct 501 to the speaker hole 207 may be isolated from the internal space of the electronic device 200 by a sealing member 790.

According to one embodiment, the other side 410b of the speaker 410 may contact the spacer 710b. In comparison, the spacer 710a of FIG. 7B may have a longer overall length (i.e., extension in the horizontal direction) than the spacer 710a of FIG. 7A. In the coupling area 709b including the horizontal portion 512, an end of the horizontal portion 512 may be fixed to the rear plate 211 or the bracket 430. The horizontal portion 512 may be coupled to the bracket 430 or the rear plate 211 through an injection process. The first space 703a may be surrounded by a spacer 710b and a bracket 430. The second space 702a may be a space between the side of the speaker 410 and the device. The second space 702a may be surrounded by the frame structure 240 and the rear plate 211 to be used as a resonance space. To fix the speaker 410, a portion of the spacer 710b (eg, the flat portion 511) and the other surface 410b of the speaker 410 may contact each other. If the length l2 of the spacer 710b is longer than the width ls of the speaker 410, it may be difficult for the spacer 710b to transmit pressing force to the speaker 410. In order to efficiently transmit the pressing force of the spacer 710b, a protruding area 720 that protrudes from the bracket 430 toward the spacer 710b may be included.

According to one embodiment, in order to increase the pressing force transmitted to the speaker 410, the spacer 710b may be formed to be long. The protruding area 720 can increase the transmission power of the pressing force transmitted to the speaker 410 of the long spacer 710b.

The electronic device 200 according to the above-described embodiment may include

spacers

710a and 710b that provide the

first space

703a or 703b to secure a resonance space. The

spacers

710a and 710b may have the same structure as shown in FIG. 6 to connect the

second spaces

702a and 702b and the

first spaces

703a and 703b. Based on the expanded resonance space, the electronic device 200 can provide the speaker 410 with improved performance.

According to one embodiment, a structure for supporting the spacer 710b may be included to increase the pressing force of the spacer 710b for fixing the speaker 410 to the speaker 410. The protruding area 720 that protrudes toward the spacer 710b can provide uniform transmission of pressing force to the speaker 410.

8 is a cross-sectional view of an area including an exemplary bracket disposed between a spacer and a back plate, according to one embodiment. Figure 9 is a perspective view showing an exemplary coupling structure of a bracket and a spacer according to an embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 8, the electronic device 200 includes a display 201 disposed toward the first side 200A, a front plate 202 disposed on the display 201, and a front plate 202 disposed on the first side 200A. It may include a rear plate 211 disposed toward the opposite second surface 200B. The electronic device 200 may include a speaker 410 disposed therein. The speaker 410 may be placed in a structure formed on the frame structure 240 (eg, the seating groove 401 in FIG. 4A). For example, a portion of one side 410a of the speaker 410 may be in contact with the frame structure 240. The audio signal transmitted from one side 410a of the speaker 410 may be transmitted to the speaker hole 207 (eg, the speaker hole 207 in FIG. 2) through the sound duct 501. A portion of the path extending through the acoustic duct 501 to the speaker hole 207 may be isolated from the internal space of the electronic device 200 by a sealing member 790.

According to one embodiment, the other surface 410b of the speaker 410 may contact the spacer 810. The spacer 810 may include a flat portion 511 in contact with the other surface 410b. The spacer 810 may include a connection portion 513 that separates the flat portion 511 from the rear plate 211 . The connection portion 513 may space the flat portion 511 of the spacer 810 from the metal plate 801 . The spacer 810 may include a horizontal portion 512 configured to be fixed to a fixture within the electronic device 200. The horizontal portion 512 may be joined to the metal plate 801 in contact with the rear plate 211. A portion of the metal plate 801 may be inserted into the bracket 430. For example, the end of the metal plate 801 may be bent to be inserted into the bracket 430. The bracket 430 may include a groove for engaging the end of the metal plate 801. The bracket 430 may be formed integrally with the rear plate 211. For example, the end of the metal plate 801 may be inserted into and fixed to a groove formed in the rear plate 211.

According to one embodiment, the end of the metal plate 801 may be fixed to the back plate 211 or the bracket 430 at the coupling area 809. The end of the metal plate 801 may be coupled to the bracket 430 or the rear plate 211 through an injection process. The horizontal portion 512 of the spacer 810 may be bonded to one surface of the metal plate 801 joined through an injection process. The horizontal portion 512 may be fitted, hooked, screwed, or joined to the metal plate 801 or the back plate 211. For example, in the joining area 809, the horizontal portion 512 may be welded and secured to one surface of the metal plate 801.

According to one embodiment, the first space 803 may be surrounded by a flat portion 511, a connecting portion 513, and a metal plate 801. The second space 802 may be a space between the other side 410b of the speaker 410 and the metal plate 801 and a space between the side of the speaker 410 and the fixture. The second space 802 may be surrounded by the frame structure 240 and the rear plate 211 to be used as a resonance space. The second space 802 is a space between the frame structure 240 and other devices, and may be isolated from other spaces inside the electronic device 200 by a sealing member. The second space 802 may be connected to the first space 803 to expand the resonance space.

Referring to FIG. 9 , the metal plate 801 may be joined to the spacer 810. For example, the metal plate 801 may be glued to the top of the spacer 810. The spacer 810 may include a planar portion 511 and a horizontal portion 512. The planar portion 511 of the spacer 810 may include a core portion 901 and extension portions 902. Since the flat portion 511 includes extension portions 902 extending from the core portion 901, the flat portion 511 can expand the contact area with the other surface 410b of the speaker 410. Based on the increased contact area, the flat portion 511 can increase the pressure area of the speaker 410. The core portion 901 and the extension portions 902 may be substantially planar. The spacer 910 including the extension portions 902 can expand the contact area with the speaker 410. The spacer 910, which has a large contact area with the speaker 410, can provide increased coupling force applied to the speaker 410 as the electronic device 200 (e.g., the electronic device 200 of FIG. 2) is assembled. You can. Based on the increased coupling force, the speaker 410 can be fixed to a designated location inside the electronic device 200.

According to one embodiment, the spacer 910 may include a connection portion 513 extending at an inclination from the flat portion 511 from the end of the extension portions 902 . The connection portion 513 may extend substantially perpendicular to the flat portion 511, but may include a portion having a curved surface. The horizontal portion 512 of the spacer 910 may be formed in a direction away from the planar portion.

According to one embodiment, the flat portion 511 of the spacer 910 may be spaced apart from the metal plate 801. As the remaining portion of the spacer 910 except the horizontal portion 512 is spaced apart from the metal plate 801, the first space (e.g., the first space in FIG. 8) between the spacer 910 and the metal plate 801 803) and the space between the other side 410b of the speaker 410 (e.g., the speaker 410 of FIG. 8) and the metal plate 801 can be connected. For example, the gap g between the spacer 910 and the metal plate 801 (e.g., the spacer 910 opposite the side of the spacer 910 facing the other side 410b of the speaker 410). ), the first space 803 and the second space 802 may be connected to each other. By connecting the first space 803 and the second space 802, the resonance space can be expanded.

According to one embodiment, the horizontal portion 512 of the spacer 910 may be joined to the metal plate 801 at the joining area 809. The spacer 910 formed of a metal material may be welded to the metal plate 801. For example, the spacer 910 and the metal plate 801 may include a steel use stainless (SUS) material.

According to the above-described embodiment, the spacer 910 may be bonded to the metal plate 801 formed of the same material. The spacer 910 is formed integrally with the metal plate 801 to increase bonding strength. The spacer 910 may space the metal plate 801 and the flat portion 511 to provide space for expansion of the resonance space. The electronic device 200 having a resonance space expanded into the space between the spacer 910 and the metal plate 801 can provide improved speaker performance.

Referring to Figure 10, the sound pressure level according to the resonance space of the speaker is shown.

The X-axis represents the frequency of the audio signal and the unit may be Hz. The Y-axis represents the sound pressure level (SPL) of the audio signal and the unit may be dB.

Graph 1001 shows the sound pressure level when the volume of the total resonance space of the speaker is 0.36 cc. Graph 1002 shows the sound pressure level when the volume of the total resonance space of the speaker is 0.26 cc. Graph 1003 represents the sound pressure level when the volume of the entire resonant space of the speaker is 0.23 cc.

The graph 1001 (e.g., solid line) represents the sound pressure level of the electronic device 200, according to one embodiment. For example, the resonant space may extend from the second space 502 between the speaker and the fixture to the first space 503 between the back plate and the flat portion of the spacer in contact with the speaker. The electronic device 200 having the expanded resonance space may have an increased sound pressure level in a low band (eg, 100 Hz to 1000 Hz).

The graph 1002 (e.g., dashed line) and the graph 1003 (e.g., dotted line) may be examples of using only the second space 502 as a resonance space. Comparing graph 1002 and graph 1003 with graph 1001, in the low band, the sound pressure level may be relatively low. For example, at a frequency of 400 Hz, the graph 1001 representing an electronic device with an expanded resonant space has a sound pressure level of approximately 55 dB, and an electronic device using only the second space 502 as a resonant space has a sound pressure level of approximately 50 dB. You can have levels.

The electronic device according to the above-described embodiment can provide improved performance in the low-pitched sound band by providing an expanded resonance space.

According to the above-described embodiment, an electronic device (e.g., electronic device 200 in FIG. 2) has a first side (e.g., first side 200A in FIG. 2) and a second side opposite to the first side. (e.g., a housing (e.g., a housing of FIG. 2) including a second side (200B) of FIG. 2, and a side between the first side and the second side (e.g., a third side (200C) of FIG. 2) 210). The housing may include a front plate (e.g., front plate 202 in FIG. 2) and a rear plate (e.g., rear plate 211 in FIG. 2). The electronic device may include a frame structure (e.g., frame structure 240 in Figure 2) that is disposed between the first surface and the second surface and forms the side surface. The frame structure includes the front plate and It is disposed between the rear plates and may include an acoustic duct. The electronic device 200 has one side (a) partially in contact with a part of the frame structure (e.g., one side 410a in FIG. 5). )), and a speaker (e.g., the speaker 410 in FIG. 4a) including another side (e.g., the other side 410b in FIG. 5) opposite to the one side. The speaker may include a diaphragm facing the acoustic duct (e.g., diaphragm 311 in Figure 4b) and one surface facing the rear plate. The speaker is disposed on the frame structure and connected to the acoustic duct. , may be configured to provide an acoustic signal from the diaphragm to the outside of the electronic device through the acoustic duct. According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a spacer disposed between the other side and the second side. It may include a spacer (e.g., the spacer 510 in FIG. 5). The spacer is disposed on the other side of the speaker and is a flat part (e.g., the plane in FIG. 5) spaced apart from the second side. It may include a portion 511) and a horizontal portion (eg, horizontal portion 512 in FIG. 5) that is in contact with the second surface and is spaced apart from the other surface of the speaker. The spacer may further include a connection portion (eg, connection portion 513 in FIG. 5). The connection portion may be disposed between the flat portion and the horizontal portion. According to one embodiment, when the second surface is viewed from above, the flat part may face the horizontal part based on the connection part. According to one embodiment, the resonance space may include a first space (eg, the first space 503 in FIG. 5) and a second space (eg, the second space 502 in FIG. 5). The first space may be disposed between the second surface and the flat portion. According to one embodiment, the first space is transmitted from the one side of the speaker, through the through hole of the frame structure arranged with respect to the one side of the speaker, toward the speaker hole on the side. It may be connected to the second space between the other side and the horizontal portion for a resonance space for the audio signal.

According to the above-described embodiment, the electronic device can expand the resonance space from the second space to the first space. Based on the expansion of the resonance space, speakers in electronic devices can provide improved performance in the low frequency range. The expanded resonance space can provide a wide resonance space for resonance of audio signals in the low-pitched range.

According to one embodiment, the horizontal portion may extend from the connection portion along the second surface in a direction away from the planar portion and may contact the connection portion.

According to the above-described embodiment, by including a connecting portion, a first space between the flat portion of the spacer and the speaker can be formed. The horizontal portion may increase the volume of the first space by extending outside the first space.

According to one embodiment, the housing may include a first plate forming the first surface and a second plate forming the second surface. The spacer may be fixed to the second plate.

According to one embodiment, a portion of the spacer may be disposed in a groove formed on the inner surface of the second plate facing the housing.

According to the above-described embodiment, the second plate can fix the spacer. Depending on the assembly of the electronic device, the second plate may press the speaker through the spacer. Through the pressure, the speaker can be secured to a designated location within the electronic device.

According to one embodiment, the second plate and the spacer may include a metal material. A portion of the spacer may be bonded to the inner surface of the second plate facing the housing.

According to the above-described embodiment, the second plate can fix the spacer. The second plate and the spacer may be made of a metal material and may be joined. For example, the second plate may be welded at a joint portion (eg, a contact portion) with the space. The second plate and the spacer bonded together may pressurize the speaker as the electronic device is assembled. The pressurized speaker may be secured at a designated location within the housing.

According to one embodiment, the flat portion of the spacer may be interposed between the second side of the housing and the speaker and may be configured to press the other side of the speaker. The flat portion may be in contact with the other side of the speaker.

According to one embodiment, the second surface of the housing, the spacer, and the frame structure may surround the second space.

According to the above-described embodiment, the spacer includes a planar portion and a horizontal portion having a step difference from each other, thereby providing additional space for expansion of the resonance space.

According to one embodiment, it may further include a bracket (eg, bracket 430 in FIG. 4A) disposed within the housing and in contact with a portion of the housing forming the second surface. A portion of the spacer may be inserted into the groove of the bracket.

According to the above-described embodiment, the spacer may be fixed to an internal structure of the electronic device. The fixed spacer may pressurize the speaker, depending on the assembly of the electronic device. The pressurized speaker can be secured to a designated location inside the electronic device.

According to one embodiment, the electronic device may further include a metal plate disposed within the housing and in contact with a portion of the housing forming the second surface. According to one embodiment, the spacer may be bonded to the metal plate.

According to one embodiment, the housing includes a bracket disposed between the first surface and the second surface, and a portion of an end of the metal plate may be fixed to the bracket by being inserted into the bracket.

By further including a metal plate, the bonding force of the spacer can be increased. The metal plate is fixed to a bracket within the housing, and the spacer bonded to the metal plate can pressurize the speaker when assembling the electronic device. The pressurized speaker can be held in a designated position. The space between the metal plate and the spacer can provide additional resonant space. The space between the metal plate and the spacer can improve the low-pitched tone performance of the speaker.

According to one embodiment, the connecting portion includes a plurality of connecting portions, each of the plurality of connecting portions extending from each edge of the flat portion to have an inclination with respect to the flat portion and being spaced apart from each other. You can. According to one embodiment, the spaced gap between the plurality of connecting parts may connect the first space and the second space.

According to one embodiment, the volume of the first space may be determined based on the length of the connection portion.

According to the above-described embodiment, through the connecting portion, the flat portion and the second surface of the spacer can be spaced apart from each other. The spaced apart space can be used as an additional resonance space. The length of the connecting portion may be proportional to the volume of the additional resonant space.

According to one embodiment, when the spacer is viewed from the second surface toward the first surface, the horizontal portion may surround a portion of an edge of the flat portion.

According to one embodiment, the spacer may include a core portion of the flat portion and a plurality of connection portions extending from some of the edges of the core portion toward the second surface. According to one embodiment, the horizontal portion may be bent from each of the plurality of connecting portions and extend parallel to the second surface. The first space is surrounded by the planar portion, the plurality of connecting portions, and a portion of the second surface, and the second space is surrounded by the horizontal portion, the plurality of connecting portions, and the second surface. may be wrapped by another part of the speaker and another side of the speaker.

According to one embodiment, the connecting parts are spaced apart from each other, and the first space may be connected to the second space through a gap between the connecting parts.

According to the above-described embodiment, the spacer may provide an extension portion to increase the pressing force transmitted to the speaker. The spacer including the extension portion can increase the force transmitted to the speaker by increasing the contact area of the speaker. The connection parts may be spaced apart from each other to connect the first space to the second space, which is a resonance space.

According to one embodiment, the frame structure includes a seating groove in which the speaker is placed, and the through hole may be connected to the speaker hole.

According to one embodiment, an electronic device (e.g., electronic device 200 in FIG. 2) includes a first plate (e.g., a front plate 202), a second plate (e.g., rear plate 211 in FIG. 2) forming a second side opposite to the first side (e.g., second side 200B in FIG. 2), and A housing (e.g., a frame structure 240 in FIG. 2) disposed between the first side and the second side and forming a side surface (e.g., the third side 200C in FIG. 2). Example: may include the housing 210 of FIG. 2). The electronic device has one side partially in contact with a portion of the frame structure (e.g., one side 410a in FIG. 5), and another side opposite to the one side (e.g., the other side 410b in FIG. 5). )) may include a speaker (e.g., speaker 410 of FIG. 4A). The electronic device may include a spacer (eg, spacer 510 in FIG. 5) disposed between the other side and the second side. The electronic device may include a metal plate (eg, metal plate 801 in FIG. 8) disposed on the spacer and in contact with the second plate. According to one embodiment, the spacer is in contact with the other surface of the speaker, has a flat portion spaced apart from the metal plate (e.g., the flat portion 511 in FIG. 8), and is in contact with the metal plate. It may include a horizontal portion (eg, horizontal portion 512 in FIG. 8) spaced apart from the other side of the speaker. The spacer may include a connection portion (eg, connection portion 513 in FIG. 8) between the flat portion and the horizontal portion. According to one embodiment, when the second surface is viewed from above, the flat part may face the horizontal part based on the connection part. The resonance space includes a first space between the second surface and the flat portion (e.g., the first space 803 in FIG. 8) and a second space between the other side and the horizontal portion (e.g., the first space 803 in FIG. 8). The second space (802) can be connected. The first space is a resonance for an audio signal transmitted from the one side of the speaker, through the through hole of the frame structure arranged with respect to the one side of the speaker, and toward the speaker hole on the side. For space, it may be connected to the second space.

Electronic devices according to various embodiments disclosed in this document may be of various types. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g., smartphones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, electronic devices, or home appliances. Electronic devices according to embodiments of this document are not limited to the above-described devices.

The various embodiments of this document and the terms used herein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, and should be understood to include various changes, equivalents, or replacements of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numbers may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the above items, unless the relevant context clearly indicates otherwise. As used herein, “A or B”, “at least one of A and B”, “at least one of A or B”, “A, B or C”, “at least one of A, B and C”, and “A Each of phrases such as “at least one of , B, or C” may include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase, or any possible combination thereof. Terms such as "first", "second", or "first" or "second" may be used simply to distinguish one component from another, and to refer to that component in other respects (e.g., importance or order) is not limited. One (e.g., first) component is said to be “coupled” or “connected” to another (e.g., second) component, with or without the terms “functionally” or “communicatively.” When mentioned, it means that any of the components can be connected to the other components directly (e.g. wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

The term “module” used in various embodiments of this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and is interchangeable with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit, for example. It can be used as A module may be an integrated part or a minimum unit of the parts or a part thereof that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, the module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

Various embodiments of the present document are one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., built-in memory 136 or external memory 138) that can be read by a machine (e.g., electronic device 101). It may be implemented as software (e.g., program 140) including these. For example, a processor (e.g., processor 120) of a device (e.g., electronic device 101) may call at least one command among one or more commands stored from a storage medium and execute it. This allows the device to be operated to perform at least one function according to the at least one instruction called. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code that can be executed by an interpreter. A storage medium that can be read by a device may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-transitory' only means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g. electromagnetic waves), and this term refers to cases where data is semi-permanently stored in the storage medium. There is no distinction between temporary storage cases.

According to one embodiment, methods according to various embodiments disclosed in this document may be provided and included in a computer program product. Computer program products are commodities and can be traded between sellers and buyers. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g. compact disc read only memory (CD-ROM)) or through an application store (e.g. Play Store™) or on two user devices (e.g. It can be distributed (e.g. downloaded or uploaded) directly between smart phones) or online. In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be at least temporarily stored or temporarily created in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or a relay server.

According to various embodiments, each component (e.g., module or program) of the above-described components may include a single or plural entity, and some of the plurality of entities may be separately placed in other components. there is. According to various embodiments, one or more of the components or operations described above may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, multiple components (eg, modules or programs) may be integrated into a single component. In this case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each component of the plurality of components in the same or similar manner as those performed by the corresponding component of the plurality of components prior to the integration. . According to various embodiments, operations performed by a module, program, or other component may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, or omitted. Alternatively, one or more other operations may be added.

Claims

In the electronic device 200,

It includes a front plate 202, a rear plate 211, and a frame structure 240 disposed between the front plate 202 and the rear plate 211, wherein the frame structure 240 is an acoustic duct 501. Housing 210 including;

It includes a diaphragm facing the acoustic duct 501 and one side facing the back plate 211, is disposed on a portion of the frame structure 240, and provides audio output from the diaphragm. output) is a speaker 410 that reaches the outside of the electronic device through the sound duct 501;

A bracket 430 disposed between the rear plate 211 and the speaker 410; and

A flat part 511 is disposed between the one surface of the speaker 410 and the bracket 430 and is in contact with the one surface of the speaker 410, and is connected to the bracket 430 from the flat part 511. Includes a spacer (510; 710a; 710b; 810) including extending steps 515,

The stepped portions 515 include horizontal portions 512 and connecting portions 513 that support the bracket 430,

When the flat portion 511 of the spacer (510; 710a; 710b; 810) (spacer) is viewed perpendicular to the flat portion 511, the horizontal portions 512 are of the flat portion 511. placed outside,

Each of the connecting portions 513 extends from the planar portion 511 to a corresponding one of the horizontal portions 512,

The connecting portions 513 are separated from each other to provide the inner space 503 of the space 510; 710a; 710b; 810 as a resonance space.

Electronic device (200).
According to clause 1,

Each of the connecting portions 513 is disposed between the outer space and the inner space of the spacer (510; 710a; 710b; 810),

Electronic device (200).
According to claim 1 or 2,

The flat portion 511 faces the rear plate 211 in a first direction,

The horizontal portions 512 are spaced apart from the one side of the speaker and face the speaker 410 in a second direction opposite to the first direction,

The connecting portions 513 extend in a third direction different from the first direction and the second direction,

Electronic device (200).
According to any one of claims 1 to 3,

The spacer (510; 710a; 710b; 810) is fixed to the bracket (430),

Some of the spacers 510; 710a; 710b; 810,

Placed in a groove formed in the bracket 430,

Electronic device (200).
According to any one of claims 1 to 4,

The bracket 430 and the spacer 510; 710a; 710b; 810 include a metal material,

Some of the spacers 510; 710a; 710b; 810,

Joined to the bracket 430,

Electronic device (200).
According to any one of claims 1 to 5,

The flat portion 511 is,

Configured to press the one surface of the speaker 410 based on the spacer (510; 710a; 710b; 810) pressed by the bracket 430,

Electronic device (200).
According to any one of claims 1 to 6,

The internal space 503 of the spacer (510; 701a; 710b; 810) is,

Partially surrounded by the bracket 430 and the spacer (510; 710a; 710b; 810),

Electronic device (200).
According to any one of claims 1 to 7,

Further comprising a sealing member disposed between the frame structure 240 and the bracket 430,

Electronic device (200).
According to any one of claims 1 to 8,

a metal plate 801 disposed within the housing 210 and in contact with the bracket 430; It further includes,

The spacers (510; 710a; 710b; 810) are,

Joined to the metal plate 801,

Electronic device (200).
According to clause 9,

A portion of the end of the metal plate 801 is,

Fixed to the bracket 430 by being inserted into the bracket 430,

Electronic device (200).
According to any one of claims 1 to 10,

The volume of the internal space 503 is determined based on the distance between the flat portion 511 and the horizontal portions 512.

Electronic device (200).
According to any one of claims 1 to 11,

The resonance space is,

Isolated from the space within the housing 210 by a sealing member disposed between the frame structure 240 and the bracket 430,

Electronic device (200).
According to any one of claims 1 to 12,

The flat portion 511 is,

core part; and

It includes extension parts extending from the edge of the core part,

Each of the connection parts 513 is,

extending from a corresponding one of the extension portions toward the rear plate 211,

Each of the horizontal portions 512,

Bend from each of the connecting portions 513 and extending parallel to the bracket 430,

Electronic devices.
According to any one of claims 1 to 13,

The internal space 503 is,

Surrounded by a portion of the flat portion 511, the connecting portions 513, and the bracket 430,

The external space 502 of the spacer (510; 710a; 710b; 810) is,

Surrounded by the horizontal parts 512, the connecting parts 513, another part of the bracket 430, and one side of the speaker 410,

Electronic device (200).
According to any one of claims 1 to 14,

The frame structure 240 includes a speaker hole facing the outside of the electronic device and a seating groove in which the speaker 410 is placed,

The acoustic duct 501 extends from the seating groove to the speaker hole,

Electronic device (200).